4 stories tagged africa on EV Digest.
Volkswagen and its Chinese partner, Gotion High-Tech, are reportedly planning a significant $3.7 billion investment to bolster battery cell production. This move aims to secure supply chains and scale up EV manufacturing across European and African regions, supporting VW's electric vehicle ambitions.
Hyundai Motor Group is collaborating with the African Development Bank to foster sustainable development across the continent, focusing on EV value chain development, clean energy, and transport infrastructure. This partnership aims to leverage HMG's business expertise and AfDB's development financing to unlock significant growth opportunities in Africa's nascent EV sector.
Across cities like Nairobi and Johannesburg, traditional petrol stations are evolving into diverse energy centers, adopting innovative approaches to EV charging that go beyond simply installing Western-style fast chargers. This transformation caters to local needs, integrating various power sources and business models for future mobility on the continent.
Toyota's philanthropic arm faces a lawsuit in California, accused of misappropriating technology for a three-wheeled electric vehicle designed to assist low-income farmers in Africa. The suit claims the automaker stole intellectual property for a project intended for social good.
